BSc (Hons) Forensic Science

Overview

Duration
3 YEARS
Scholarship
YES
Fee
£16,700
Intake
SEPTEMBER

Overview

  • Like the other programmes, the Forensic Science degree will offer modules that give you a firm grounding in the theoretical and practical aspects of crime scene investigation, evidence analysis and expert witness skills. But in addition, you will be offered specific modules in chemistry, molecular biology and toxicology. The multidisciplinary nature of the subject is further explored through aspects of physics, mathematics and statistics, and you will be exposed to a number of specialist topics, such as anthropology, archaeology, entomology and linguistics.
  • During your three years studying Forensic Science, you will have the opportunity to attend mock crime scenes, to recover and analyse forensic evidence, and to present your results in a variety of ways, such as expert witness reports and oral and poster presentations. You will encounter a large variety of evidence types and learn from real forensic practitioners how to examine and interpret the evidence.
  • The programme will include a significant amount of laboratory work in order to ensure you gain competence in the selection and use of a range of methods used in the location, identification, recovery, examination, comparison, extraction and scientific analysis of commonly encountered physical, chemical and biological materials.
  • Teaching takes place through a variety of methods, including small group seminars, field work and laboratory practicals. You will gain valuable practical skills and develop your independent thinking by working under crime scene conditions and undertaking evidence collection using the universities facilities such as new laboratory, taphonomic facility and a dedicated crime scene house.
  • In Year 1, you study key issues in forensic investigation and begin to develop your own research and analytical skills. Core modules include History of Forensic Science, Introduction to Forensic Evidence, Non-Biological Evidence, Biological Evidence, Contemporary Issues, Introduction to Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Academic and Employment Skills.
  • In Year 2, you explore modules on Forensic Medicine, Research Methods, Practical Skills, Forensic DNA Evidence, Forensic Ecology, Geoforensics and Forensic Toxicology.
  • In your final year, you will study modules in Crime Scene Investigation and Court Room Skills, and carry out an extended research project of your own design. This enables you to specialise in your chosen field of research, under the guidance of your supervisor.
  • Some optional modules are available in Years 2 and 3, depending on your own interests. These may include Case Investigation and Review, Fakes and Forgeries, Volunteering, Document Analysis, Forensic Linguistics and Advanced Forensic Examination.
  • Key transferable skills are gained throughout the course, which are important for employability and those entering further education. These include the ability to communicate findings through oral and poster presentations, to write detailed and clear laboratory logs and expert witness reports, and to present evidence orally under cross-examination.
  • This is a versatile degree that gives you an excellent basis for a future career in the field. As a strategic thinking graduate equipped with valuable transferable skills you will be prepared for employment in a wide variety of fields, such as governmental agencies, forensic investigation, policing, quality assurance in food and pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratory analysis and chemical and biological research.
  • This programme is currently seeking recognition from The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences.
  • UNIVERSITY OF WINCHESTER PATHWAYS TO LAW, CRIME & JUSTICE PROGRAMME - OPEN FOR APPLICANTS FROM SEPTEMBER 2024 ONWARDS FOR 2025 ENTRY.
  • The Pathways to Law, Crime & Justice programme is an opportunity for prospective law, criminology, forensics and policing students to engage in a series of practical and informative sessions delivered by academics and practitioners at the Faculty of Law, Crime and Justice.
  • Participants in the Pathways to Law, Crime & Justice are eligible to receive reduced contextual offers on the following University of Winchester courses:

- LLB (Hons) Law

- BA (Hons) Law with Criminology

- BA (Hons) Criminology

- BA (Hons) Criminology with Psychology

- BA (Hons) Criminology and Sociology

- BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation

- BSc (Hons) Forensic Science

- BSc (Hons) Professional Policing

Eligibility for the programme

The programme is open to all home/ Islands Year 12 and Year 13 students.

Programme activities include:

• Lectures and seminar activities based on a variety of legal topics

• Experience of practical legal exercises including mooting, client interviewing and negotiation

• Career guidance and advice from legal and criminal justice and policing professionals

• Optional interview experience with the Dean of Faculty or Head of Department

All activities are delivered live at the University of Winchester. Some activities are also delivered virtually.

For more information on the pathways programme and how to apply, register your interest here

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Entry Requirements

> IELTS Academic at 7.0 overall with writing at a minimum of 6.5 (no other element below 7.0) for year 1 entry

Fees & Scholarships

Fees

Year 1 - £16,700

Year 2 - £16,700

Year 3 - £16,700

Year 4 - £16,700

Total - £66,800


Scholarships

International Student Scholarship

The International Student Scholarship is available to International students joining for a taught programme at the University**.

Open to: International Students applying for a full-time taught programme.

Criteria: Must have accepted an offer from the University of Winchester.

Value: £1,000

Access agreement*: No

How to apply: Please complete the International Scholarship Application Form and return to international@winchester.ac.uk.

Deadline: 31 July

**Excluding distance learning students.

Please Note: International students can be in receipt of both the International student bursary and an International Student Scholarship

External scholarships - Undergraduate

Below are scholarships offered by external companies or organisations. The University of Winchester is therefore not responsible for any information provided on the websites listed below. Any questions on the below scholarships should be directed to the organisation offering them.

Helena Kennedy Foundation – The HKF Award

Open to: All prospective foundation and undergraduate students who are currently attending a UK FE college or Sixth Form, and who are experiencing difficulties funding their higher education.

Criteria: Please see link below.

Exclusions: Please see link below.

Value: Maximum £1,500, along with access to free training sessions and work shadowing.

How to Apply: Visit Helena Kennedy Foundation website

Deadline: Please see link above.

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